The links and videos below are just a quick look into how to setup for product photography. Each of these methods could be combined to shoot any type of product photography. For example, you could use the same lighting setup as showcased but instead of a white background you could use an organic (wood, metal, stone) background.

White Background or Individual Shot

Organic Background or Individual Shot

Detail Shot with a Model in Action

Optional Additional Videos

Doing product photography with a soft box or white tent. There are multiple ways to use a box like this. You can work with this setup in a studio or outside. You can also alter the light by adding black or colored elements.

Here is an option for making your own white box or white tent for shooting product photography shots. This setup utilizes "diffusion," which means that harsh light rays are diffused and sent in different directions; softening shadows.